Bradford S. Carpenter

Brad Carpenter specializes in designing and integrating complex building enclosure systems—including roofing, waterproofing, air and water barriers, rain screen cladding, and glazing systems—to deliver efficient, constructible, and high-performing solutions to clients’ most demanding project challenges. As a Senior Principal with Simpson Gumpertz & Heger in Washington, DC, Brad has extensive experience investigating, rehabilitating, and designing facade systems for historic and contemporary structures throughout the mid-Atlantic region and beyond. He enjoys partnering with team members across disciplines and developing creative and thoughtful solutions to improve facade performance in existing buildings and to exceed energy performance targets in modern enclosures. Brad is passionate about sharing his expertise and experiences throughout the industry and advocates for integrated, sustainable, and forward-thinking design practices in several organizations, including the Association for Preservation Technology International; ASHRAE; National Institute of Building Sciences; and the Fenestration & Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA).